Director, Gis

Job Description

The Office of Technology and Innovation (OTI) leverages technology to drive opportunity, improve public safety, and help government run better across New York City. From delivering affordable broadband to protecting against cybersecurity threats and building digital government services, OTI is at the forefront of how the City delivers for New Yorkers in the 21st century. Watch our welcome video to see our work in action, follow us on social media @NYCOfficeofTech, and visit oti.nyc.gov to learn more.

At OTI, we offer great benefits, and the chance to work on projects that have a meaningful impact on millions of people. You'll have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and collaborate with other passionate professionals who share your drive and commitment to making a difference through technology.

We are seeking a Director of GIS to lead our team of GIS analysts, shape our GIS strategy, and drive modernization and innovation. As part of the OTI Applications division, you'll oversee managers and GIS analysts working on mission-critical GIS systems, leveraging cutting-edge technologies and cloud services. Your role includes mentoring staff, promoting innovation, optimizing GIS data and development workflows, and enhancing cost efficiency in product delivery and maintenance.

The Director of GIS will have the following responsibilities:
- Develop and implement a comprehensive GIS strategy that supports the agency's mission and business objectives
- Lead a team of GIS professionals in the design, development, and maintenance of GIS databases, services, applications, and maps
- Lead and mentor GIS analysts and data specialists to ensure high-quality delivery
- Collaborate with architects and developers to design, maintain, and optimize GIS infrastructure
- Define GIS product roadmaps, establish performance indicators, and ensure delivery throughout product lifecycles
- Provide technical expertise and guidance to staff and management on GIS-related matters
- Develop and maintain relationships with stakeholders and partners to advance the agency's GIS initiatives
- Work with GIS and Data Engineering teams across the city to build citywide GIS and 3D mapping solutions
- Work with various City departments, utilities, universities, and private companies to visualize and analyze data critical to citywide spatial programs, including underground infrastructure
- Help teams across the city to better utilize GIS technology in business applications
- Provide leadership to the GIS unit, including staff development, retention, and recruiting
- Manage special projects and initiatives.

HOURS/SHIFT
Day - Due to the necessary management duties of this position in a 24/7 operation, the candidate may be required to be on call and work various shifts such as weekends and/or nights/evenings.

WORK LOCATION
Brooklyn, NY

TO APPLY
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This position is open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program.
Please indicate in your cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position under the 55-a program

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Minimum Qualifications

1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college including or supplemented by 24 credits in the field of voice and/or data telecommunications or in a pertinent scientific, technical, electronic or related area, and four years of satisfactory fulltime experience in the performance of analytical, planning, operational, technical, or administrative duties in a voice and/or data telecommunications or closely related electronics planning, management, and/or service organization, one year of which must have been in a highly specialized capacity and 18 months must have been in an executive, managerial, or administrative capacity or in the supervision of staff performing work in the voice and/or data telecommunications field; or
2. An associate degree from an accredited college including or supplemented by 12 credits in the field of voice and/or data telecommunications or in a pertinent, scientific, technical, electronic or related area and five years of experience as described in "1" above; or
3. Education and/or experience equivalent to "1" above. However, all candidates must have at least a four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and one year of the specialized experience as described in "1" above and must possess the 18 months of executive, managerial, administrative or supervisory experience as described in "1" above.

Preferred Skills

The successful candidate should possess the following: - Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a team - Minimum of five years of experience in GIS project management - Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to think strategically - Knowledge of GIS software and tools, including ArcGIS, QGIS, and Python - 5+ years working as a GIS Analyst or engineer - Experience in GIS database design, development, and management - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present complex information to a wide range of audiences - Hands-on experience using or working with GIS platforms such as ESRI, Carto, or GeoServer - Experience with ESRI GIS technology and desktop software (ArcGIS Desktop and ArcPro), ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Online - Experience developing production-grade solutions - Experience with enterprise geodatabase management, design, and data modeling - Hands-on experience using at least one programming language such as Python, SQL, Java, JavaScript, C++, C#, or C - A degree in GIS, Geography, Engineering, City Planning, or a related field is a plus

55a Program

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

Residency Requirement

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.